Climate Change

CDC’s Climate and Health Program
CDC’s Climate and Health Program is helping state and city health departments prepare for the specific health impacts of climate change that their communities will face

APHA – Climate ChangeThis page provides background information and resources on climate change as it relates to public health.

Safeguarding California
California is leading the way on emissions reduction, but no matter how quickly we reduce our climate polluting emissions, climate impacts will still occur. Many impacts – increased fires, floods, severe storms and heat waves – are occurring already and will only become more frequent and more dangerous. But there are many things we can do to protect against climate impacts. Taking steps now to adapt to climate change will protect public health and
safety, our economy and our future.

actions that will be taken to safeguard residents, property, communities and natural systems.

Key Partnership

The American Planning Association’s Planning and Community Health Center has partnered with the American Public Health Association at the national level. This key partnership ensures that the conversations, lessons learned, and experiences of towns and cities across the country are part of the national agenda to prevent chronic diseases.